Review of Farther Reefs

Farther Reefs: Ten Stories of Ocean Adventure, New Relationships, and Nautical Mystery by J.S. Fields

My rating: 5 of 5 stars


Full disclosure - the editor of this anthology and I share a publisher. However, I did buy my copy at retail and was not asked to post a review.

I really like this book! The concept is a bit narrow - "sapphic science fiction and fantasy at sea." However, the ten stories included are universally good. There are several stories of female pirates and their girlfriends, which are fun, and two stories involving mermaids. (There's also a merman who's in a polyamorous relationship.) Finally, there's a magical quest story, "The Sun Eater" which is quite memorable.

Overall, a highly-enjoyable anthology.



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